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Y834 CGC

2001 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,604 mi
Last recorded25,604 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY834 CGC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 25,604 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

headlight fitted with mask

Pass 11 Apr 2025 23,935 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 23,935 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 22,467 miles

headlight masked

rear tyre perished

Fail 18 Apr 2024 22,467 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect right dip (4.1.2 (c))

headlight masked

rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,816 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,554 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre tread perished

headlight masked r h dip lens

Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,951 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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Y834 CGC is a 2001 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,603 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y834 CGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y834 CGC?

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What year was Y834 CGC registered?

Y834 CGC is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 28 August 2001.

Is Y834 CGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y834 CGC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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